Sophie and Emma, running at the London Marathon for Macmillan

TCS London Marathon

Join Team Macmillan for the world-famous London Marathon in 2026. Feel the buzz of the crowds, run past London’s most iconic landmarks, before finishing the race by Buckingham Palace.
Date
26 April 2026
Location
London 
Join
Registration fee: £100

Fundraising pledge: £2750

You will have two weeks to pay your registration fee, from the date your offer was made.
Distance
Marathon

How to enter the London Marathon 2026

"An amazing day running for an awesome charity, thanks for the support along the route!"

Why Should I Join Team Macmillan?

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But most importantly...

FAQ

  • When will I find out about my charity place application?
    We will be allocating charity places up until September 2025.
  • What is a charity place token?

    This is a short online process you need to link your charity place and personal details with the event organiser London Marathon Events. You will recieve this information by email after you secure a charity place with us and pay your registration fee.

  • I have been successful in the London Marathon ballot and want to join Team Macmillan as an own place runner. What do I need to do?

    Fantastic! We would love for you to join Team Macmillan for the 2026 event. Please do sign up with our own place form on our website. There is no minimum fundraising target and we ask that you raise as much as you can to support people living with cancer.

  • Does Macmillan have a post-race reception?

    Yes, we do! Invitations will be sent via email in February 2026 to all Macmillan runners. This is a fantastic opportunity to celebrate your marathon achievement you’re your family and friends. Runners will be allowed to bring two guests along on the day.

  • Will Macmillan have cheer points on the course?

    Yes! We have 5 cheer points around the course. We'll be at Greenwich, Tower Hill, Canary Wharf, Monument and Embankment.

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